Payroll Specialist (Temp-to-Hire)

Location: Austin, TX (Onsite to start, Hybrid after training)

We are partnering with a mission-driven, nonprofit organization in Austin to identify an experienced Payroll Specialist for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This role supports a complex healthcare environment and requires a high level of accuracy, discretion, and technical expertise.

This team is ready to interview ASAP and is highly selective-qualifications are critical.

Position Overview

• Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 255 employees
• Handle payroll in a complex healthcare setting
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and internal controls
• Collaborate closely with finance and HR leadership

Team Structure

• Reports directly to the CFO / Controller
• Works alongside:
  • AP Manager
  • AR Manager
  • Medical Billing Specialist

? Must-Have Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

• PACOM experience within the last 3 years
• Strong, hands-on payroll processing experience
• Healthcare payroll background (complex environments required)
• Experience processing:
  • Commissions
  • Mileage & reimbursements
  • Premium pay
• Strong HRIS system experience

Candidates without PACOM and healthcare payroll experience will not be considered.

?? Why This Role Stands Out

• Nonprofit organization that genuinely helps people
• High-security, stable environment
• Leadership team is committed to finding the right long-term fit
• Previously ended an agency partnership due to unmet expectations-quality matters here
• Onsite initially, then hybrid (1 remote day/week) once fully trained

?? Compensation & Benefits (Upon Permanent Hire)

• $60,000-$70,000 annual salary
• 20 days PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• 2 wellness days